Justin and I have been in the field of veterinary medicine for over 20 years. As a veterinarian and a licensed veterinary technician, we have had the privilege to care for thousands of pets over the years, and we enjoy seeing them happy and healthy. We are so very thankful for the unconditional love and trust our pets show us throughout their entire lifetime; we made it our goal to give that back to them all the way through the end stages.
We saw a need in the pet care industry for more personalized service during end of life care and for continued care, after death. We considered opening our own crematory, one that was full of love and warmth, respect, and dignity. When we started our research on cremation, we found that it was very hard on the environment. After months of extensive research on aquamation, we knew that it was a better option not only for us, but for the planet and for our pets. We are forever committed to the highest standard of care and our promise to treat every pet as if they were one of our own.
Rest assured, your pet is in excellent hands.
Always With Us,
Robin Altman, RVT
Justin Altman, DVM
It’s important you know who is coming to your door…meet Justin:
I earned my degree as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. After graduating, I practiced at Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital from 2008 to 2013, where I developed strong relationships with clients and their pets while providing comprehensive veterinary care. I later continued my work at San Carlos Animal Hospital from 2014 to 2020.
While working at San Carlos, I also started working with Transitions Veterinary Services in 2014, providing in-home pet euthanasia and end-of-life care. Through this work, I saw how much comfort pets experience when they are able to pass peacefully in a familiar environment, surrounded by the people who love them. I also saw how meaningful it is for families to say goodbye without the stress of a clinic visit.
Over the years, I have developed significant experience helping families navigate one of the hardest questions in veterinary medicine: “when it is time to euthanize a beloved pet?” This decision is rarely clear-cut, and I work closely with pet owners to evaluate quality of life, discuss medical changes, and provide thoughtful guidance so families can make decisions with clarity and confidence.
I truly believe that I was put on this earth to take care of animals and the people who love them, and this belief continues to guide the way I practice veterinary medicine. Creating a peaceful and respectful end-of-life experience for pets and their families is the heart of my work.
Outside of my veterinary work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our two dogs. Shug, a dachshund mix, really only cares about two things in life: eating and staring directly into your soul to beg for more scritches, even if you’re already petting him. Our other dog, Biggie, a cocker spaniel–poodle mix, is a perfect angel. Biggie is blind, but he moves through the house with impressive confidence, navigating rooms and furniture almost like he has radar.
